Section 02 — Understanding and Living with Risk Factors
Take smart actions and stay positive in the face of increased risk . All of us , no matter how healthy we may be or what healthy lifestyle practices we may adopt , hold characteristics that increase the chance of getting certain diseases . These are called risk factors .
KEY TAKEAWAYS
+ Each of us , no matter our age or health , has factors that increase our chance of disease . These are called risk factors .
+ Risk factors are different for different people and for different diseases . But age is a common risk for brain disease , including Parkinson ’ s .
+ Having a risk doesn ’ t guarantee disease , and there is much you can do to limit risk .
+ People with risk factors can help researchers predict and prevent disease .
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